Live in Colorado’s Landmark Midcentury Enclave for $850K

by Ela Zawadzki

Set in Arapahoe Acres, the updated James House still channels its 1940s roots with brick-lined rooms, ribbon windows, and easy access to the outdoors.

The James House is located in Arapahoe Acres, Colorado’s landmark postwar modernist neighborhood.

Location: 2940 South Marion Street, Englewood, Colorado

Price: $850,000

Year Built: 1940 

Architect: Eugene Sternberg 

Footprint: 1,275 Square Feet (3 Beds, 2 Baths) 

Lot Size: 0.16 Acres

From the Agent: "The best, for the most, for the least. This was Eugene Sternberg’s ethos when designing the simple yet remarkably livable homes of the first block of Arapahoe Acres. Each residence was thoughtfully positioned to create privacy and intimate ‘outdoor living rooms,’ while the neighborhood’s curvilinear streets, a radical concept at the time, remain one of its defining features today. Known as the James House, this residence is a wonderful example of the thoughtful planning and timeless design that defines Arapahoe Acres. Inside, simple yet elegant design elements define the home. A central fireplace acts as both room divider and the heart of the house, while ribbon windows and interior brick seamlessly connect indoors and out. The thoughtfully updated kitchen respects the home’s original flow while incorporating modern conveniences and finishes. The refreshed hallway bathroom maintains the original footprint and includes a new vanity and refreshed tile. The original carport was transformed by a prior owner into a primary suite, featuring original clerestory windows, a spacious bedroom area with wood slat detailing, and a generous closet. The newly updated primary bathroom offers a floating vanity, dramatic tile accent wall, deluxe soaking tub, and a walk-in shower. The generous backyard features a storage shed, a greenhouse, and a quiet space to read a book on a Sunday afternoon. This is a rare opportunity to enter Arapahoe Acres under seven figures with a turnkey, thoughtfully updated home."

The James House is located in Arapahoe Acres, which the agent notes is

The James House is located in Arapahoe Acres, which the agent notes is "the first post-WWII neighborhood recognized on the National Register of Historic Places."

Photo by Amanda Proudfit

Photo by Amanda Proudfit

The main living area is organized around an exposed-brick fireplace that separates the living room from the kitchen and dining spaces.

The living area is located by an original exposed-brick fireplace that separates the space from the kitchen and dining area.

Photo by Amanda Proudfit

Photo by Amanda Proudfit

The updated kitchen has quartz countertops and an island with seating.

Brick walls continue into the updated kitchen, which has new quartz countertops and an island with seating.

Photo by Amanda Proudfit

Photo by Amanda Proudfit

The primary suite was converted from the original carport by a previous owner and features wood slat detailing, clerestory windows, an ensuite bathrom, and a walk-in closet.

The primary suite was converted from the original carport by a previous owner. It features wood slat detailing, clerestory windows, an en suite bathroom, and a walk-in closet. 

Photo by Amanda Proudfit

Photo by Amanda Proudfit

Photo by Amanda Proudfit

The primary bathroom includes a soaking tub set beneath high windows and a large walk-in shower.

The primary bathroom includes a soaking tub set beneath high windows and a large walk-in shower.  

Photo by Amanda Proudfit

Photo by Amanda Proudfit

A second bedroom features exposed brick and direct access to the backyard.

A second bedroom features exposed brick and direct access to the backyard. 

Photo by Amanda Proudfit

A flexible office, den, or third bedroom opens to the yard through sliding glass doors.

A flexible office, den, or third bedroom opens to the yard through sliding glass doors. 

Photo by Amanda Proudfit

The refreshed hall bathroom has updated tile and a new vanity while keeping its original footprint.

The hall bathroom has fresh new tile and a new vanity, although it retains its original footprint. 

Photo by Amanda Proudfit

Photo by Amanda Proudfit

The ample backyard has space for outdoor dining, plus a storage shed and greenhouse.

The ample backyard has space for outdoor dining, plus a storage shed and greenhouse. 

Photo by Amanda Proudfit

Photo by Amanda Proudfit

2940 South Marion Street, Englewood, Colorado is currently listed for $850,000 by Stephanie Kroll at Compass and Kimber Dempsey with Realty ONE Group Premier

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